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Biden has crucial visit in Madison today
I'm Hope Karnopp and this is the Daily Briefing newsletter by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Sign up here to get it sent to your inbox each morning. The weather might not be the most ideal for fireworks, parades or Summerfest today — it's looking like we'll have on-and-off rain and storms for most of the day. Tomorrow should be in the clear, though some rain chances will return on Sunday.
Racine 2024 4th of July Parade Lineup
RACINE — The highly anticipated annual 4th of July parade, hosted by 4th Fest of Greater Racine, is upon us for the 88th time. Thursday morning, Main Street will be filled with floats, marching bands, performers and organizations as spectators dressed in red, white and blue crowd the sidewalks to get the best view.
Waukesha Prepares for Two-Day Fourth of July Extravaganza
WAUKESHA, Wis. (WAUK) — The city of Waukesha is gearing up for a two-day Independence Day celebration, featuring a neighborhood beer garden, fireworks display, and a parade through downtown. The festivities kick off on July 3 with the Neighborhood Beer Garden & Fireworks event at Lowell Park, 2201 Michigan...
US 45 resurfacing project in the Village of Kewaskum set to begin July 9, 2024
Washington County, WI – To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers has approved a $2.59 million resurfacing project along US 45, between westbound County H and westbound WIS 28 in the Village of Kewaskum, Washington County. Payne and Dolan, Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. Construction is scheduled to begin July 8, 2024.
45 Degrees North: Roadside Assistance Out Yonder
Mechanical problems, out of gas, hit a deer, stuck in mud or snow, keys lost or locked in the car… There are lots of reasons why you might need roadside assistance in a rural area, and lots of rural areas where calling for help is not as simple as it sounds. So there are some things you should know before you need a tow or other help.
Southeast Wisconsin celebrates Independence Day
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN (CBS 58) -- CBS 58 is not only covering some of the Fourth of July celebrations taking place in the area, but many of the faces you know from our newscasts are involved in the parades!. Humboldt Park 4th of July Parade featuring CBS 58's Scott Grodsky. Humboldt...
Wisconsin police seek person who threw cheese at someone's car
EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin — Wisconsin is known for its devotion to the dairy, but police in Eau Claire say someone took that to an unusual extreme earlier this week, aggressively throwing cheese at someone else's car."Last night we responded to what might have been the most Wisconsin complaint ever," police said.The incident happened Monday around 9:45 p.m. Police say officers were sent to check on a report from a driver that someone had been chasing them down. The caller said that the person then threw cheese at their vehicle."Not gouda," police said. "It's un-brie-lievable that someone would do that. Throwing...
Witte Vegetable Farm closed for 4th of July, new hours starting July 8 | By Gus Witte
July 3, 2024 – Washington Co., WI – Witte’s Vegetable Market, 2313 County Hwy NN, in West Bend, WI, is a family owned-and-operated farm that sells vegetables and fruits. I don’t know how many times I have to remind myself that no two farming seasons are ever the same but this season sure has been a smack in the face. I seriously can’t remember another season where it just kept raining this frequently. However, we control what we can and the rest we leave to the Lord.
Eight arrested after Milwaukee police chase ends in crash
MILWAUKEE — Eight people were arrested after a police chase that ended in a crash around on July 3 near Green Bay Avenue and Olive Street in Milwaukee, according to the Milwaukee Police Department. Police said the SUV was wanted in connection to an armed robbery. Shortly after 5...
Showers & Thunderstorms for the area, could cloud fireworks
(WLUK) -- Our Next Weathermaker brings rain showers and thunderstorms back into the area tonight and Friday. Severe weather is not expected but there may be some areas of heavy rain. The scattered thunderstorms could impact evening Independence Day celebrations. Saturday looks partly cloudy but scattered thunderstorms return in the afternoon on Sunday.
‘The Chi’ star Jacob Latimore on his Milwaukee roots and mental-health push
The smart money would be on his work as an actor that has spanned more than a decade and extends from the big screen (Ride Along, The Maze Runner, Collateral Beauty and the new version of House Party) to prestige television series like his current run on The Chi, which recently got renewed for a seventh season.
Bill Kennedy, owner of Rock Road Companies, dies at 74
William “Bill” Kennedy, who owned Janesville-based Rock Road Companies and was twice elected president of the roadbuilders’ association, died on June 28 surrounded by family. He was 74 years old. Kennedy owned Rock Road Companies with his two brothers and most recently served as company chairman. He...
These unused Milwaukee County Parks facilities have been recommended for demolition
Five unused structures and seven asphalt surfaces belonging to Milwaukee County Parks have been recommended for demolition under a proposed plan set to go before the County Board. The demolition plan would eliminate a large total area of unused, deteriorating or abandoned park assets, including 3,500 square feet of buildings...
Inaugural 'Phase Fest' in Franklin was too loud and profane, neighbors say
Tacos & Tequila had less noise complaints this year from Franklin residents. But the new Phase Fest that took place the following day on Franklin Field at Ballpark Commons, 7035 South Ballpark Drive, was a different story, with many angered over loud noise and profanity echoing through area neighborhoods. ...
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